Body Fluid Homeostasis and Water Intake Regulation

Water is essential for life and a major key for survival. It is originated

mostly from drinking, feedstuffs, and metabolic pathways (metabolic water). Water

comprises from 75% body weight in infants to 55% in the elderly and is essential for

cellular homeostasis. Thirst and water consumption are centrally and peripherally

regulated by complex and tightly interconnected mechanisms. This chapter summarizes

current progress and knowledge associated with body fluid homeostasis and the

regulation of water intake at the central and peripheral levels.

Keywords: Central circuit, ncRNA, Osomoregulation, Peripheral pathways, RAAS, Thirst, TRPV, Water intake.

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